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V246 KPB

2002 Suzuki SV650

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

11,808 mi
Last recorded11,808 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2022
Typical for 2002 Suzuki SV65017,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV246 KPB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2022 11,808 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 11,088 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 9,055 miles

Brake lever not releasing correctly Clutch lever (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 7,069 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 7,049 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2016 7,023 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 7,005 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2014 6,868 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 6,748 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 6,669 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 23 Oct 2012 6,669 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 6,555 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 6,185 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 6,112 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 5,714 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 5,714 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Mar 2008 5,138 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 5,138 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 4,458 miles

front mudguard broken and sharp edges facing forwards,trimmed and made safe whilst replacement on backorder.

rear tyre has some cracks between tread blocks,no exposed cords.

Pass 10 Dec 2005 3,964 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki SV650?

Based on 176,678 MOT tests across 15,165 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
15,165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,801
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,626
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,449
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,234
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,092
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V246 KPB is a 2002 Suzuki SV650 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki SV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 17,300 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki SV650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V246 KPB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SV650 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Suzuki SV650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V246 KPB registered?

V246 KPB is a 2002 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 8 November 2002.

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